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Cranberry Sauce Meatballs Recipe

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Cranberry Sauce Meatballs are a flavorful and easy-to-make appetizer or main dish featuring fully cooked meatballs simmered in a tangy and sweet cranberry chili sauce. Perfect for holiday gatherings or any occasion, this recipe combines the tartness of cranberry sauce with chili sauce and warm spices for a deliciously satisfying treat.

Ingredients

Meatballs

  • 1 (24 oz) bag of fully cooked meatballs (beef, turkey, or plant-based)

Sauce

  • 1 can (14 oz) whole berry cranberry sauce
  • 1 cup chili sauce
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • Pinch of salt

Garnish

  • Optional: Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare meatballs: If using frozen meatballs, ensure they are fully cooked and thawed before starting.
  2. Combine sauce ingredients: In a large saucepan or slow cooker, mix together the cranberry sauce, chili sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt until well blended.
  3. Heat the sauce: Place the saucepan over medium heat and heat until the sauce begins to bubble, then let it simmer gently for 5 minutes to meld the flavors.
  4. Add meatballs to sauce: Stir the meatballs into the sauce, coating them evenly with the mixture.
  5. Simmer: Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the meatballs are heated through and the sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Garnish and serve: If desired, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the meatballs for a burst of color and freshness before serving.

Notes

  • Use fully cooked meatballs to save time and ensure even heating.
  • The sauce can be adjusted for sweetness or tang by modifying the amount of brown sugar or chili sauce.
  • For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce.
  • This dish can be kept warm in a slow cooker for parties and gatherings.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro to enhance presentation.

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